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Oct
15
Sat
2022
Third Saturday Bird Walks
Oct 15 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Third Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
Oct
22
Sat
2022
Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 1
Oct 22 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 1
  • Background: Michaux State Forest staff asked CAS to help monitor birds at several specific sites on the Michaux. This is one of two field trips to show participants where the sites are and to explain the monitoring protocols. Expect to see late fall migrants and winter residents.The map below shows where the sites are. On this trip, you will visit some, but not all sites. The Part 2 trip will complete the tour.
  • Meet at Mont Alto State Park parking lot on Rt 233 (across from pavilion).
  • Bring binoculars, snack, and sturdy walking shoes.  Expect an easy approx. 3-mile walk.
  • Leader: John Greer
  • Additional information about the monitoring project can be found in these files:
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Oct
29
Sat
2022
Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 2
Oct 29 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 2
  • Background: Michaux State Forest staff asked CAS to help monitor birds at several specific sites on the Michaux. This is the second of two field trips to show participants where the sites are and to explain the monitoring protocols. Expect to see late fall migrants and winter residents.The map below shows where the sites are. On this trip, you will visit some, but not all sites. The Part 1 trip started the tour.
  • Meet at Mont Alto State Park parking lot on Rt 233 (across from pavilion).
  • Bring binoculars, snack, and sturdy walking shoes.   Expect an easy approx. 4-mile walk.
  • Leader: John Greer
  • Additional information about the monitoring project can be found in these files:
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Nov
5
Sat
2022
Fall Migration at Conococheague Institute
Nov 5 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Fall Migration at Conococheague Institute
First Saturday Bird Walks
Nov 5 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
First Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
Nov
10
Thu
2022
Nature Film: Return of the Clouded Leopards (CAMS)
Nov 10 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Nature Film: Return of the Clouded Leopards (CAMS)
  • Nature Film:  Return of the Clouded Leopards. (National Geographic)
  • A pair of rare leopard cubs are rescued from poachers and raised to learn how to live in the wild.
  • Door prizes, one free youth binoculars prize. No pre-film music.
  • Location: Chambersburg Area Middle School South (CAMS)
Nov
17
Thu
2022
Nature Film: Return of the Clouded Leopards (Living Faith Chapel)
Nov 17 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Nature Film: Return of the Clouded Leopards (Living Faith Chapel)
  • Nature Film:  Return of the Clouded Leopards. (National Geographic)
  • A pair of rare leopard cubs are rescued from poachers and raised to learn how to live in the wild.
  • Door prizes, one free youth binoculars prize. No pre-film music.
  • LocationLiving Faith Chapel
Nov
19
Sat
2022
Third Saturday Bird Walks
Nov 19 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Third Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
Dec
3
Sat
2022
First Saturday Bird Walks
Dec 3 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
First Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
Dec
12
Mon
2022
Winter Field Trip for Short-eared Owls – Date TBD
Dec 12 @ 7:00 pm – 7:15 pm
Winter Field Trip for Short-eared Owls - Date TBD
  • Field Trip date: TBD.
  • Sign up by December 12 for possible visit to Gettysburg Battlefield area for SHORT-EARED OWLS
  • Provide name and contact information to the leader in advance, so he knows to tell you about when the trip will happen
  • Meeting Place: Norlo Park Community Center
  • Destination: Likely to Gettysburg Battlefield area. Will depend on where the Owls are being seen.
  • Leader: Bob Kochert
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